Ranch to Ranch

Alpine, United States • 28 Feb 2026

Event details

The Ranch to Ranch takes place on 2026-02-28 in Alpine, California. The event fields multiple race categories:

  • 15 km ("Ranch Foreman")
  • 10 km ("Ranch Wrangler")
  • 5 km ("Ranch Hand")
  • 2 km ("Lil Rancher")

Registration allows participants to indicate a 3-runner team. A team consists of three runners, with one runner entered in each of the 5k, 10k, and 15k events. When registering, participants can provide a team name and the names of teammates.

Course and logistics

The 5k, 10k, and 15k courses run on private trails between two working ranches in Japatul Valley. The start is at 22010 Lyons Valley Rd and the route proceeds to Windfall Ranch, loops there, and returns toward the start/finish. Most of the course is single-track trail and includes technical sections; it is described as not a fast course. A 2k kids course is held on Epic Recess ranch.

Aid stations on course will provide fluids and snacks. Each entry includes a long sleeve shirt, distributed at bib pickup, and completion items are handed out at the finish line. Event-day patches will be available for purchase at check-in. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

15 km
Ranch Foreman 15k
10 km
Ranch Wrangler 10k
5 km
Ranch Hand 5k
Lil Rancher 2k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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